BASF Corporate Offices: A Masterpiece of Sustainable Design

Architect Juan Carlos Baumgartner's Award-Winning Creation in Mexico City

Juan Carlos Baumgartner's design for the BASF corporate offices is a perfect example of his commitment to sustainable solutions. The design incorporates research and technology, resulting in a building that not only respects the environment but also improves its surroundings. The offices are located in the Colonia Ciudad de los Deportes area of Mexico City, with the ground floor spanning 1,315.0 m2 and each standard floor approximately 942.0 m2.

The design program for the building includes spaces such as a lobby, open and private offices, meeting rooms, a dining room, rooms for informal or casual meetings, an auditorium, support areas, and sites. The project spans the ground floor and six levels, with the second floor designated for leasing and the first floor to be developed in the future. A key requirement from the client was to achieve LEED certification, necessitating the incorporation of maximum parameters of energy efficiency and sustainability into the design.

The ground floor features a showroom for the display of the company's products, complete with facilities to project images of the different products on screens. The reception area is marked by a staple with a stone finish and the BASF logo on the back wall. This floor also houses restrooms, a public space with meeting rooms, an executive dining room, a general dining room that serves 100 people in two shifts, an office area, a space for medical services, a lactation room, and an ATM. The design also includes provisions for disabled access, a smoking area, bicycle racks, and a garbage can for separation and recycling.

The second to the sixth floors, referred to as standard floors, are comprised of open areas, except for the sixth floor which houses the chairman’s office and more private offices. These floors feature a closed printing room, enclosed phone booths, meeting rooms, and an informal meeting space. Each informal meeting space is decorated with a different theme, adding a unique touch to each floor. The lighting designer’s proposal for the open areas is to have randomly suspended luminaires at two heights, adding a touch of versatility and providing greater uniformity of lighting throughout the space.

The BASF corporate offices are a testament to the power of sustainable design. The building's design and operational sustainability are evident in its low energy consumption, lighting levels, and standardization of materials. This project is a shining example of how architecture can be both beautiful and environmentally conscious, a philosophy that Juan Carlos Baumgartner and his team have championed throughout their careers.

The design of the BASF corporate offices is a testament to the power of sustainable design. The building's design and operational sustainability are evident in its low energy consumption, lighting levels, and standardization of materials. This project is a shining example of how architecture can be both beautiful and environmentally conscious, a philosophy that Juan Carlos Baumgartner and his team have championed throughout their careers.